Garlic Bread Pizza

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of soft French bread or Italian bread (sliced lengthwise)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 4 garlic cloves (finely minced)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup pizza sauce or marinara
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• Optional: 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• Optional: 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (basil, parsley)
• Optional toppings: sliced bell peppers (mushrooms, onions, olives, pepperoni, cooked chicken)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Slice the bread in half lengthwise and place both halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.

3. 3

   In a small pan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Cook until garlic is just golden, then remove from heat.

4. 4

   Brush the garlic butter generously over the bread slices.

5. 5

   Spread pizza sauce evenly over each bread half.

6. 6

   Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.

7. 7

   Add your chosen toppings and a pinch of dried oregano.

8. 8

   Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden.

9. 9

   For crispier edges, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes—watch closely to avoid burning.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs and red pepper flakes if desired. Slice and serve warm.